MOVING INTO ENGLISH: HARNESSING TOTAL PHYSICAL RESPONSE FOR EFL CLASSROOMS
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Keywords: Total Physical Response, EFL, vocabulary acquisition, embodied learning, language teaching methods, movement-based instructionAbstract
Abstract: This study investigates the application and effectiveness of Total Physical Response (TPR) as a teaching method in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. By incorporating physical movement into language instruction, TPR aligns with cognitive theories of embodied learning and supports vocabulary acquisition and retention, particularly for beginner learners. This article identifies key methodological aspects of implementing TPR, outlines its pedagogical strengths, and analyzes its impact through a classroom-based intervention. The findings reveal that TPR significantly enhances learner engagement, motivation, and memory of target vocabulary. The paper concludes with recommendations for integrating TPR into language curricula and highlights areas for future research.
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